Securities / Derivatives

    Market Infrastructure

    India’s CCIL Proposes to Create Infrastructure for UMR Compliance

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/09/2022

    CCIL says market participants have expressed a desire since 2016 for it to provide the centralised infrastructure needed for UMR compliance.

    AML / KYC

    SFC Shines Regulatory Spotlight on Online Platforms

    By Hannah Cassidy | 28/09/2022

    Hannah Cassidy and Natalie Curtis discuss key areas of concern for the SFC in relation to the online platforms operated by licensed firms.

    AML / KYC

    AUSTRAC Identifies Emerging AML Risks Facing Super Funds

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/09/2022

    Super funds are exposed to cyber crime, as well as AML risks resulting from the growth in merger activity across the sector.

    Securities / Derivatives

    NZ FMA Proposes to Update Guidance on Broker Obligations

    By Editors | 28/09/2022

    The FMA is proposing to update its 2014 guidance to align with regulatory updates and incorporate additional guidance for custodians.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Bursa Malaysia Updates Sustainability Reporting Framework

    By Editors | 27/09/2022

    By 2025, all Main Market listed issuers will be reporting TCFD-aligned disclosures and internalising climate change considerations in their business strategies.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Tokyo Bourse Issues Guidance on Making English Disclosures

    By Editors | 26/09/2022

    The TSE says the disclosure of corporate information in English is becoming increasingly important to attract foreign investment.

    Fintech / Regtech

    SEBI to Tighten Rules on Algo Trading Offered to Retail

    By Editors | 26/09/2022

    SEBI will scrutinise firms offering algorithmic trading services that claim high returns but cannot be audited or validated.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    ICMA Publishes Guidance on DLT-based Bonds

    By Editors | 26/09/2022

    The FAQs are designed to provide “non-experts” a basic understanding of DLT bonds and their impact on capital markets.

    Market Infrastructure

    Japan Commences Holiday Trading in Derivatives Market

    By Editors | 25/09/2022

    Holiday trading is now allowed on Osaka Exchange and TOCOM – for index and commodity futures and options.

    Securities / Derivatives

    LME Faces More Lawsuits Over Cancelled Nickel Trades

    By Editors | 25/09/2022

    AQR Capital Management, DRW Commodities, Flow Traders, Capstone Investment Advisors and Winton Capital Management filed legal action against the LME.

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